Pudong Financial District

The dazzling modern face of Shanghai showcasing China's economic miracle through iconic skyscrapers and global financial power

Key Information

Best Time to Visit

Evening for spectacular light shows and skyline views

Architectural Style

Modern skyscrapers with traditional Chinese elements

Main Attractions

Oriental Pearl Tower Jin Mao Tower Shanghai Tower

Transportation

Metro Line 2 Lujiazui Station

Historical Significance

Symbol of China's economic reform and opening up

Pudong Financial District represents Shanghai's spectacular transformation from farmland to global financial hub in just three decades. This area across the Huangpu River from the historic Bund features some of the world's most iconic skyscrapers including the Oriental Pearl Tower, Jin Mao Tower, Shanghai World Financial Center, and Shanghai Tower. As China's premier financial center, it hosts major banks, stock exchanges, and multinational corporations. The district perfectly embodies Shanghai's blend of traditional Chinese culture with cutting-edge modernity, creating a breathtaking skyline that symbolizes China's rapid economic development and global ambitions.

Things to Do

Visit the observation decks of Shanghai Tower for panoramic city views
Walk along the elevated pedestrian walkway for photogenic skyline shots
Explore the Shanghai World Financial Center's unique bottle opener design
Admire the Oriental Pearl Tower's futuristic architecture and spheres
Experience the Jin Mao Tower's stunning Art Deco inspired interior
Take the Huangpu River cruise to see the skyline from water
Visit the Shanghai Stock Exchange to understand China's financial market
Enjoy shopping and dining at the Super Brand Mall
Walk through Lujiazui Central Green Space for urban oasis experience
Visit Shanghai Ocean Aquarium located beneath the Oriental Pearl Tower